Course description

Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the critical issues shaping the banking sector today. As the industry grapples with the dynamics of interest margins, evolving credit risks, and the rapid commercialization of AI, understanding these dynamics is crucial for staying ahead. This webinar will provide an in-depth analysis of the evolving landscape, highlighting the significant impact of market volatility, regulatory changes, and technological advancements on banks' operations and strategies.


In 2024, banks have faced unprecedented challenges, from pressure on commercial real estate values to sophisticated cyber threats leveraging AI. The increasing regulatory scrutiny, the need for robust risk management, and the pressure to reduce operating expenses further complicate the operational environment. This webinar will explore these pressing issues, offering insights and practical solutions to help banking professionals navigate these turbulent times. By understanding the key trends and preparing for the future, attendees will be better equipped to mitigate risks and seize opportunities in a rapidly changing industry. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and ahead of the curve in the banking sector.

Specific Areas Covered in Session:  

  • Economic Environment Driving Interest Rates
  • Industry Financial Performance and Trends
  • Overview of Major C-Suite Issues
  • How High Performers are Engaging


Attendees will leaving understanding how to:  

  • Gain Ongoing Access to Over 2-Dozen Essential Subscription-Free Economic Resources
  • Explore Several Key Aspects to Creating and Maintaining Net Interest Margins
  • Discover Fresh Interest-Bearing Deposit Best Practices
  • Observe a Variety of Practical Uses of Generative A.I.

Instructors

CorePoint / CEO and Founder

Neil Stanley

Neil Stanley has been a banker for over 25 years. Neil was the CEO of $750 million Northwest Bank in Spencer, Iowa which operates in Omaha, Nebraska, Des Moines, and the Northwest Iowa regions. Prior to Northwest Bank, Neil was an executive for over 22 years with what became the largest privately held banking organization in the country - First National of Nebraska / Lauritzen Corporation. He served First National as Chief Investment and Liquidity Officer and Lauritzen Corporation as Vice President in general administration and supervision of community banks. In 2009, Neil founded CorePoint (formerly known as 'Bank Performance Strategies'). His company helps client banks attract properly-priced, longer-term core retail deposits. Bank Performance Strategies supports clients across the country with sales performance analytics, sales training, and a web-based pricing and sales platform. Neil has received two patents for components of CoreCD.

CEO - Cross Financial

Tom Hershberger

Tom Hershberger is the CEO and founder of Cross Financial, a consulting firm specializing in planning, sales, and marketing support services for community banks. Tom and his team help banks optimize their business planning, staff development, customer experience management, market research, and brand management. Tom is a faculty member for the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin, and the Schools of Banking in Kansas and Nebraska. He also serves as an instructor for the Independent Community Bankers of America. Tom is the author of Marketing Financial Services, a textbook and online education series offered by the American Bankers Association.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    2024 Industry Update - Top Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

    • Watch Playback

    • Handout

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